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FIFA has released its Best Men’s XI for 2025, celebrating a blend of emerging talents and established stars who delivered outstanding performances across club and international football over the past year.
The selection was unveiled at The Best FIFA Football Awards 2025, where consistency in Europe’s top leagues and decisive displays on football’s biggest stages were key factors in determining the final team. The list reflects a generational shift, with young players lining up alongside proven greats who continue to define excellence at the highest level.
Leading the attack is Ousmane Dembélé, whose return to peak form earned him a place among the world’s elite. The French winger enjoyed a campaign marked by confidence, goals and decisive contributions in crucial matches, re-establishing himself as one of football’s most dangerous wide forwards.
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He is joined up front by Lamine Yamal, whose inclusion stands out as one of the most remarkable stories of 2025. Still in his teenage years, the Barcelona forward has rapidly evolved from an exciting prospect into a feared attacker, impressing with his maturity, flair and ability to influence games at the highest level.
The midfield selection underlines balance, creativity and tactical intelligence. Pedri anchors the unit with his composure and control, while Vitinha’s smooth distribution adds rhythm and stability. Jude Bellingham’s relentless energy and leadership further strengthen the midfield, reflecting another influential year for the England international. Cole Palmer completes the midfield quartet after a breakout season in which his creativity, goals and assists made him one of the standout attacking midfielders in world football.
At the back, FIFA’s Best XI is defined by athleticism and authority. Full-backs Nuno Mendes and Achraf Hakimi provide pace and attacking threat on the flanks, while Virgil van Dijk continues to command respect at the heart of defence. The Dutch defender is partnered by Pacho, whose composure, strength and consistency earned widespread praise throughout the season.
Between the posts, Gianluigi Donnarumma completes the XI following another commanding year. The Italian goalkeeper produced crucial saves in high-pressure matches, reinforcing his status among the world’s elite shot-stoppers.
Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique was named The Best FIFA Men’s Coach 2025. The award recognises a landmark campaign in which the Spanish tactician reshaped PSG’s style and delivered historic success, further cementing his reputation as one of the game’s leading managers.
